Instead of taking a segregated approach to meaning, how can we tie culture and heritage into modern design that takes the ceremony space to a whole new level in modern Chinese culture?
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Comparable to the baptism and christening in religions, the hundredth (100th) day celebration of a baby is significant in the Chinese culture. It is the first time a baby is introduced to his or her family, relatives and close friends, usually hosted at a restaurant with traditional dishes. Cynthia Martyn Events and De Rose Designs transformed the space into a delightful modern interpretation of joyful pink and coral blossoms with classic blue and white porcelain, while Truffle Cake & Pastry added her own stunning touches through her hand painted blue porcelain cakes.
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At every Chinese birthday banquet, one important dessert is a mandatory custom: the longevity buns, adorably shaped as peaches. These scrumptious bite-sized baked goods are often filled with lotus paste and sometimes red bean paste for added flavour. Paired with the inspiration of the peach and symbolism of longevity, and a touch of gold,Kim Miyama Events and Marta Urbanowicz of Artam Design Inc. created a contemporary aesthetic to transform old traditions into a fantastic display of design and culture.
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The Vancouver Art Gallery's annual Summer Gala is one of the city's most prestigious fundraising galas, a unique celebration that brings together Canada's top art enthusiasts for an unforgettable evening of philanthropy.
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Its history interweaved with the stories of the Canadian Pacific Railway and immigration, Chinatown Vancouver holds together over a century of rich memories and is like a living museum. Stay tuned to find out the story behind this collaboration!
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Created by Stemz and Palettera, Fête Chinoise and Holt Renfrew brought the Wishing Tree to life for Chinese New Year, allowing hundreds of wishes to be made at the start of the Year of the Rooster at the Bloor and Yorkdale flagships.
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We appreciate the wonderful support for the inaugural Fête Chinoise.
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We invited top designers in Toronto to get creative and transform the entire third floor of the Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto into delightful galleries and art spaces inspired by culture and meaning.
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Caspar Haydar displayed a beautiful collection of Vera Wang split between white and red to welcome guests as they entered the exhibit.
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Tea culture is generally defined by the way tea is made and consumed, how people interact with tea, the style and aesthetics surrounding drinking tea, and by learning about its cultural roots. The Tea Room provided a poignant experience of a traditional Chinese Tea ceremony found in weddings, presented by Spectacular Spectacular and Fiori Floral, and their team. They created an innovative floral presentation combining bright corals and pinks with vibrant blue hues.
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In the space of Queen’s Park Ballroom, the team at Stemz Event Design & Floral designed a breathtaking scene of the royal gardens à la 2015 — a mystical and magical getaway, the Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto. In this magical destination, guests were able to pause at the exhibition of fine cakes and pastries by Bobbette & Belle, where they re-interpreted the traditional Chinese wedding cake.
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Frank Rea Event Design and A to Z Event Management created an energetic scene of a marketplace. While capturing the incredible energy and buzz of a traditional night time market, they elevated it as a part of a luxurious and fun event experience for both private and corporate event hosts.
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